About “Freeee (Ghost Town, Pt. 2)”

This song’s concept is based on the track “Ghost Town,” which was released one week prior on Kanye West’s 2018 album, ye. It is officially designated as the song’s sequel. Kid Cudi provided vocals for the original song’s chorus.

The follow-up revolves around its precursor’s outro, particularly the line sung by 070 Shake:

The track opens with a quote by renowned activist and Black Nationalist Marcus Garvey, from a 1924 interview regarding charges of mail fraud and political persecution. Kanye and Cudi reinforce a message of self-mastery by transcending the constant criticism of others and defying boundaries set by society.

In October 2018, Kanye and Def Jam Records submitted the track for consideration in the Rock category of the 2019 Grammys, for both ‘Best Rock Song’ and ‘Best Rock Performance.’

What have the artists said about the song?

K$G! Out now 🙏🏾! Happy b day to my brother Ye 🙌🏾 and thank u for everything g! To anyone that’s been paying attention to my recent interviews , I’ve been saying I wanted to do a song with @kidcudi this year! look at GOD! thankful and grateful for all these blessings . And happy to share them with u